Homelessness
Lounge cafes raise funds for vulnerable people in Somerset
The new Fosso and Fondo Lounge cafes in Wells and Street have raised £2,656.30 for Second Step, specifically for our…
Read MoreNew boots
Sylvia’s Fund was set up last October with a remit to issue small wellbeing grants to people who use Second Step services.
Read MoreI can close the door and feel safe – Karen’s story
Karen describes the last two years of homelessness as a living hell, so it is uplifting to picture her in the sanctuary of her own home as a result of Second Step’s help.
Read MoreLearning with St Basils
“Changing the way you do things can make all the difference”. This was the message from St Basils – a young people’s homeless charity in Birmingham.
Read MoreMy art is a positive form of escapism
Two pieces of Martin Dagger’s art, who knows what it is like being homeless, will be shown at a Bristol exhibition devoted to the artwork of homeless men.
Read More#HomeEqualsHope on BBC Radio Bristol
Paul, who is telling his story as part of #HomeEqualsHope, joined Second Step Chief Executive on BBC Radio Bristol at the start of Homeless Awareness Week.
Read MoreGolden Key help launch new website for Bristol homeless
This week sees the launch of the Bristol Homeless Connect website, an online resource for those who are or are…
Read MoreA warm and safe Christmas at last
Karen describes the last two years of homelessness as a living hell, so it is uplifting to picture her in the sanctuary of her own home this Christmas as a result of Second Step’s help.
Read MoreSecond Step take lead role in new homeless policy in Bristol
Bristol City Council and partner organisations today launched a new way to help and house homeless people in the city, with Second Step taking a lead role to provide support in one of four new pathways.
Read More100 beds in 100 days challenge is springboard for more action
Second Step lent its voice to other city agencies and businesses who have pledged to do more in response to Bristol Mayor Marvin Rees’ challenge to create 100 beds in 100 days from January to 10 April 10 in order to reduce homelessness.
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